Family History Month 2024: Sharing your DNA journey with your family
To celebrate Family History Month, let's take a look at the ways you can share your Living DNA results with your loved ones across the world.
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Ancestry Specialism Spotlight: British and Irish ancestry
Do you have British or Irish ancestry? Find out more about the rich history and culture of the islands.
Halloween: Your ancestors' spookiest professions
Happy Halloween!
In our last two blogs we learned about our ancient cousins. This week, we explore more recent history. Look back into the past and let us know if any of your ancestors held one of these spooky jobs from history!
Historic DNA: Archaic Humans part. II - The Denisovans
Denisovans, a mysterious ancient hominin group, emerged onto the paleontological stage less than 2 decades ago. These enigmatic human relatives lived tens of thousands of years ago, coexisting with both Neanderthals and early Homo Sapiens. As yet we know very little about them, but let's take a look at what we have learned about their lives, and how their DNA still influences us today.
Historic DNA: Archaic Humans part. I - The Neanderthals
Neanderthals, the enigmatic hominids who once roamed the earth, have captured the imagination of archaeologists and the general public alike. These ancient cousins of modern humans lived in Europe and parts of Asia for hundreds of thousands of years, leaving behind a rich archeological record that has provided valuable insights into their lives, clues about their culture, and hints towards the causes of their eventual disappearance.
The Science of DNA: How does ancestry testing work?
Have you ever wondered how DNA tests can unlock the secrets of your ancestry? Let's dive into the fascinating science behind DNA testing for ancestry and uncover the mysteries within your genes.
Ancestry Specialism Spotlight: European Ancestry
Do you have European ancestry? Find out more about the rich history and culture of the continent.
Can you find out if you have Welsh ancestry?
So, what does it mean to be Welsh, who are the Welsh, and how can you find out more about your bloodline?
How to find your relatives
If you find yourself on this journey to look for your relatives, you’ve come to the right place. A combination of common or traditional methods, combined with a technological approach can really aid your search.
Can you find out if you have Indian ancestry?
For many, Indian ancestry is doubtless in their family. For others who are part of the Indian diaspora, they may suspect they have origins on the South Asian subcontinent, but don’t know much more than that.
Can you find out if you have Arab ancestry?
Most Arab people are aware of their Arab ancestry and genes, but if, for some reason, you are not, or you want more clarity about where your ancestors came from, this article is a great place to start.
Autosomal DNA, Y-DNA and mitochondrial DNA tests: what are they and what are their differences?
For those who are regular readers here at Living DNA, you may have come across terms like Y-DNA and mitochondrial DNA before. However, you might be just as foggy on the terms and their differences as a first-time reader. So, welcome, and let’s begin.
Living DNA Members Update - 2021
What a year 2021 has been, here is the Living DNA round up.
Can you find out if you have Greek ancestry?
Those with Greek ancestry typically know about it already, with the strong and proud culture passing down through generations regardless of where in the world those Greek descendants end up. For some, however, their ancestry is somewhat a mystery, with only small crumbs to go on…
Can you find out if you have French ancestry?
Now, you may be wondering if some of France's rich and interesting history intertwines itself with your own ancestral past, and we’re here to share the good news. Thanks to DNA testing from LivingDNA, the mysteries of your ancestors can now be revealed…
Can you find out if you have Dominican ancestry?
This island offers an interesting fusion of histories and cultures, many of which may be part of your own personal ancestry, as we are going to show you...
Can you find out if you have Eastern European ancestry?
In this article, we are going to see if you can find out more about your ancestry, more about the vague term ‘Eastern European’, how to go about finding more information through self-research, if ancestry can offer citizenship benefits, and how we can help you.
Can you find out if you have German ancestry?
There are various ways to explore and uncover the mysteries of your German ancestral past.
Can you find out if you have Italian ancestry?
The ancestry of Italian people is primarily influenced by events that took place a couple of millennia ago, combined with the important geographic location of the Italic Peninsula. Discover more about Italian Ancestry here.
Can you find out if you have Mexican ancestry?
In this article we will be looking at Mexican ancestry, providing information about your potential Mexican roots, ways to find out more about your ancestors, and what DNA testing can offer you.
Making the most out of your Living DNA wellbeing results
We will be explaining how best to take your wellbeing results and make good use of them, along the way learning how your genetics affect your metabolism, vitamin response, sports performance, recovery, and how to manage your health better.